The Batman Vault
Author(s): Robert Greenberger
Jump in the Batmobile and get ready for a wild ridethis is a complete and in-depth look at the development of America's most popular super hero. From his vigilante days to his television stardom, from Dark Knight to mentor, this memorabilia- and anecdote-packed collection follows the masked man on his crime-fighting career, and charts the history of the comics and movies that bear his name. How can one man be at times so vengeful, compassionate, determined, inspirational, and a true hero when he doesnt possess special powers? Over the decades since his first appearance in the 1939, Batman and his alter-ego Bruce Wayne have thrilled readers with their adventures, close calls, dramatic storylines, and even death! Ultimately, the history of Batman is the history of America from the twentieth century to today. With removable artifacts and never-before-seen sketches, notes, and plans, The Batman Vault is the perfect gift for the genuine fan of all ages.
Product Information
"San Francisco Book Review", January 2010."..at once a primer on the character, a retrospective on his history in pop culture, and an impressive assemblage of timeless images, stories, and reproductions of collectibles."
Robert Greenberger was given his first comic, Superman, at age six and has been a passionate fan of the medium ever since. Robert has worked for both Marvel and DC, and is now a full-time freelance writer and editor. Matthew K. Manning can't remember a day when he wasn't writing and drawing comics. After attending New York's School of Visual Arts, Manning quickly dropped the notion of becoming a comic artist when he realized there was actual work involved. Instead, Matthew adopted the idea of simply writing comic books, and is still amazed that no one has caught wise to his crafty machinations. He lives in Brooklyn with his wife and ten thousand DC comic books.
General Fields
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- : Running Press
- : Running Press,U.S.
- : 2.109
- : 31 August 2009
- : 325mm X 265mm X 46mm
- : United States
- : 01 December 2012
- : books
Special Fields
- : Robert Greenberger
- : Hardback
- : 741.5
- : 192
- : 20pp interactive features
